An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.
Why You'll Love Working at Riverside Pet Services This isn't just another pet sitting job—it's an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of pets and the families who love them. At Riverside Pet Services, we're building a team of dependable, compassionate people who take pride in delivering exceptional care. We invest in our team with paid Pet Sitter Certification, ongoing support, and opportunities to grow as your client base grows. Why our team loves working here: Spend your days caring for amazing pets Flexible scheduling Average earnings of $25-$30+ per hour, plus 100% of your tips Paid Pet Sitter Certification Supportive, local team that values your work Opportunity to grow into a larger role over time We're not looking for someone to simply watch pets—we're looking for someone who wants to become a trusted part of our clients' lives and help us set the standard for exceptional pet care in our community. If you're looking for meaningful work with a company you'll be proud to represent, we'd love to meet you!! About Riverside Pet Services Riverside Pet Services is a trusted, licensed, bonded, and insured pet care provider serving the Jupiter, Tequesta, and Juno Beach areas.
Our mission is simple:
to provide dependable, high-quality, in-home pet care that gives our clients complete peace of mind. We pride ourselves on professionalism, reliability, and treating every pet and home with the utmost care and respect. Position Overview We are looking for a reliable, detail-oriented, and professional Pet Sitter / Dog Walker to join our team. This role involves providing in-home pet care, including walks, feeding, medication administration, and attentive companionship. This is not a casual or occasional role—we are looking for someone who can commit to consistent availability and uphold a high standard of care. Availability Requirements (Important) Must be available most weekends Must be available for holidays (rotating/seasonal) Midday availability (approx. 11 AM - 3 PM) is a strong plus Open or flexible availability preferred This role is best suited for someone with a flexible schedule—not someone trying to fit this around a rigid full-time job outside the area. Compensation Most sitters average $25-$30 per hour, depending on services Includes paid Pet Sitter certification Starts as part-time, with opportunity to grow into a larger role Responsibilities Visit clients' homes to care for pets as scheduled Provide walks, playtime, and exercise Feed pets and ensure fresh water is always available Administer medications when required Perform thorough home walkthroughs (checking all open rooms for accidents, safety, etc.) Send detailed updates and photos to clients after each visit Maintain a high level of professionalism and reliability at all times Ideal Candidate Highly reliable and consistent—you show up and follow through Detail-oriented—you notice the small things others might miss Comfortable working independently in clients' homes A strong communicator who responds promptly and clearly Calm, responsible, and able to handle unexpected situations Genuinely love animals—but also respect structure, systems, and expectations We are looking for someone we can trust fully in a client's home—with zero supervision. Requirements 18+ years old (insurance requirement) and live in Jupiter, Tequesta, Juno or PBG, Fl Prior hands-on experience with pets (personal or professional) Reliable transportation + valid driver's license Smartphone for communication and visit updates Strong time management and communication skills Comfortable with pets of all sizes and temperaments Willing to work weekends and holidays Must pass a background check How to Apply If you are dependable, professional, and passionate about providing exceptional care, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your resume and a brief introduction to: Info@RiversidePetServices.com
Job Types:
Contract, Part-time Pay:
$18.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)
Location:
Tequesta, FL 33469 (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred) Willingness to travel: 25% (Preferred)